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Although the star is massive in comparison to the sun, the red color implies that it does not burn as hot���its temperature reaches an estimated 6,000 degrees Fahrenheit, versus the sun's at 10,000 degrees Fahrenheit. The supergiant is roughly 520 light-years away from earth but is easily spotted because it burns 7,500 times brighter than the sun. When viewing the Orion galaxy, Betelgeuse can be spotted on its western-most corner. NASA has captured photos of Betelgeuse, which portray the deep red coloring and layers of dust and other objects within its vicinity.